SSC GD Constable (2024) Official Paper (Held On: 27 Feb, 2024 Shift 3) (Previous Year Paper)

The logic followed here is:

1. The elements shift anticlockwise subsequently. 

Thus, the final series is:

Hence, "Option 4" is the correct answer.

According to the question, after replacing the signs × and +:

I. 4 × 3 + 6 - 7 ÷ 1 = 15 ⇒ 4 + 3 × 6 - 7 ÷ 1 = 15

⇒ 4 + 3 × 6 - 7 ÷ 1 = 15

⇒ 4 + 3 × 6 - 7 = 15

⇒ 4 + 18 - 7 = 15

⇒ 22 - 7 = 15

⇒ 15 = 15 (LHS = RHS)

II. 7 + 5 × 2 - 8 ÷ 4 = 33 ⇒ 7 × 5 + 2 - 8 ÷ 4 = 33

⇒ 7 × 5 + 2 - 8 ÷ 4 = 33

⇒ 7 × 5 + 2 - 2 = 33

⇒ 35 + 2 - 2 = 33

⇒ 37 - 2 = 33

⇒ 35 ≠ 33 (LHS ≠ RHS)

Thus, after interchanging the given two signs only equation I will be correct.

Hence, "Option 3" is the correct answer.

The least possible Venn diagram for the given statements is as shown below :

Conclusions:

I. No laptop is mobile → Does not Follow (As some mobile are watch and no watch is laptop. As no direct relation is given between mobile and laptop, therefore it is false.)

II. Some laptop are not watch → Follow (As no watch is laptop. As direct relation is given between laptop and watch, therefore it is true.)

∴ Here, Only conclusion II follows.​

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2"

The correct mirror image of the given figure is:

 

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

'MORAL' is coded as '57638'

'RIAL' is coded as '3859'

'METRE' is coded as '52172'

So, code for 'L' can be either 3 or 8.

As out of all the options, 3 is given, therefore code for L is 3.

Hence, "Option 1" is the correct answer.

Given: Seven boys P, Q, R, S, T, U and V are sitting around a circular table facing towards the centre.

1) V is second to the right of R.

2. U is to immediate left of R.

3. P is third to the right of T.

4. S and T are the immediate neighbour of Q.

Thus, according to the final arrangement P is sitting on the immediate right of R.

Hence, "Option 2" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

1. The elements shift anticlockwise subsequently. 

Thus, the final series is:

Hence, "Option 4" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, "Option 1" is the correct answer.

The figure which will look like the paper when unfolded is shown below:

Thus, option Figure 1 will look like the paper when unfolded.

Hence, "Option 1" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

GHL : LMQ

Similarly,

YXM : ?

Hence, "Option 4" is the correct answer.

The figure which will look like the paper when unfolded is shown below:

Thus, option Figure 2 will look like the paper when unfolded.

Hence, "Option 2" is the correct answer.

The correct Dictionary order is:

2. Prince
3. Princely
4. Princess
5. Principal
6. Principle

So, the word 'Princess' will come at 'Third' position.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Given: Five friends P, B, C, G and H are sitting around a circular table facing towards the centre. 

1) H is sitting to the immediate right of C.

2. B sitting third to the left of H.

3. P is not an immediate neighbour of C. 

After positioning P only one position is left which will be occupied by the only person left i.e. G.

Thus, according to the final arrangement G is sitting on the immediate left of C.

Hence, "Option 4" is the correct answer.

Given series: efgefge_ge_gef_ef_efg

Option 1) fege→ efgefgefgeegefgefeefg → (It doesn't follow any pattern)

Option 2) gefe → efgefgeggeegeffefeefg →  (It doesn't follow any pattern)

Option 3) ffgg → efgefgefgefgefgefgefg → (It follows the pattern of: efg - efg - efg - efg - efg - efg - efg)

Option 4) efeg → efgefgeegefgefeefgefg → (It doesn't follow any pattern)

Hence, "Option 3" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Let '*' be '×'

Let '#' and '@' be '+'

So,

40 * 30 # 20 @ 10 = 1230

40 × 30 + 20 + 10 = 1230

1200 + 20 + 10 = 1230

1230 = 1230 (LHS = RHS)

And,

70 * 6 # 10 @ 3 = 433

70 × 6 + 10 + 3 = 433

420 + 10 + 3 = 433

433 = 433 (LHS = RHS)

Similarly,

8 * 4 # 5 @ 9 = ?

8 × 4 + 5 + 9 = ?

32 + 5 + 9 = ?

46 = ?

Hence, "Option 1" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, "Option 4" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

'LATEST' is coded as 'RQCRYJ'

Similarly,

'GOLDEN' is coded as

Hence, "Option 2" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

IGTW : JHUX

So, checking each option one by one

Option 1) FXQN : GYRO

Option 2) RSHP : NDLM

Option 3) NTUV : DXKU

Option 4) ULDX : RUXT

Thus, out of all the options, 'FXQN : GYRO' follows the same logic as given.

Hence, "Option 1" is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is:

Hence, "Option 3" is the correct answer.

Alternate Method 

Given statement: Pointing towards a photo of a lady. Ram said. "She is the sister of my mother's daughter". 

As gender of Ram is not known, therefore there are two possible cases.

Case 1) Ram is the sibling of the Lady.

Case 2) If Ram is female, then Ram is the lady.

 

So, the lady can be either sister of Ram or Ram herself.

As out of all the options, 'Sister' is given, therefore case 2 will be eliminated.

Thus, the lady is Ram's sister.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3"

The correct answer is Eden Gardens.

Key Points

• The Ranji Trophy 2022/23 final was held at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, from 16^th to 19^th February 2023.
• The match was contested between Saurashtra and Bengal.
• Saurashtra emerged victorious, defeating Bengal by 9 wickets to claim their second Ranji Trophy title.

Additional Information

The correct answer is 1878.

Key Points

• The Vernacular Press Act of 1878 was a significant piece of legislation in British India, introduced to suppress the growing influence of Indian-language newspapers.
• It sought to impose restrictions on the press, particularly targeting vernacular publications that were critical of British rule.
• Key Provisions of the Act
• Registration and Licensing: The Vernacular Press Act required vernacular newspapers to register with the government. Any publication deemed seditious or inflammatory could be suspended or banned.
• Power to Censor: The Act gave district magistrates the power to censor the content of vernacular newspapers. They could prohibit the publication of any articles that they considered objectionable.
• Penalties for Violations: Offenders could face fines, confiscation of property, and imprisonment for publishing content deemed threatening to public order or government authority.
• The opposition to the Act became a rallying point for Indian leaders and the nationalist movement. Prominent figures, such as Bal Gangadhar Tilak, were vocal against the Act, highlighting the need for freedom of expression.
• The Vernacular Press Act was eventually repealed in 1881, largely due to the sustained pressure from Indian nationalists and the growing recognition of the need for a more liberal approach to press freedom.

Additional Information

The correct answer is Producing finished products from raw materials.

Key Points

• The secondary sector of the economy is responsible for manufacturing and processing raw materials into finished goods or products.
• Second Five-Year Plan: Laid the foundation for industrialization and heavy industries.
• Third Five-Year Plan: Continued industrial growth and diversification into consumer goods.
• Eighth Five-Year Plan: Marked the beginning of economic liberalization, leading to modernization of industries.
• Ninth Five-Year Plan: Focused on technology upgrades, small industries, and infrastructure.
• Eleventh Five-Year Plan: Aimed at achieving high growth in manufacturing with a focus on competitiveness and innovation.

Additional Information

• First Five-Year Plan (1951-1956) Focus on  Agricultural Development and Infrastructure.
• Second Five-Year Plan (1956-1961) Focus on Industrialization.
• Third Five-Year Plan (1961-1966) Focus on Self-reliance and Growth in Agriculture and Industry.
• Fourth Five-Year Plan (1969-1974) Focus on Growth with Stability, Self-reliance.
• Fifth Five-Year Plan (1974-1978) Focus on Poverty Eradication (Garibi Hatao) and Self-reliance.
• Sixth Five-Year Plan (1980-1985) Focus on Economic Liberalization, Modernization, Poverty Alleviation.
• Seventh Five-Year Plan (1985-1990) Focus on Economic Efficiency and Productivity, Modernization of Industries.
• Eighth Five-Year Plan (1992-1997) Focus on Economic Liberalization and Market Reforms.
• Ninth Five-Year Plan (1997-2002) Focus on Social Justice and Equality, Infrastructure.
• Tenth Five-Year Plan (2002-2007) Focus on Inclusive Growth, Poverty Reduction.
• Eleventh Five-Year Plan (2007-2012) Focus on Faster and Inclusive Growth.
• Twelfth Five-Year Plan (2012-2017) Focus on Faster, Sustainable, and More Inclusive Growth.
• After the Twelfth Plan, Five-Year Plans were discontinued. In 2015, the NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India) replaced the Planning Commission.

The correct answer is Court.

Key Points

• Basketball was Invented in 1891 by Dr. James Naismith, a Canadian, at the YMCA in Springfield, Massachusetts.
• A standard basketball court is 28 meters (94 feet) long and 15 meters (50 feet) wide.
• The basket's height from the floor is 10 feet (3.05 meters).
• Terms related to basketball: Alley-Oop, Triple-Double, Crossover, Fadeaway, Pick and Roll, Full-Court Press, Euro Step.

Additional Information

The correct answer is Arunachal Pradesh.

Key Points

• The MMSKY was launched on November 19, 2021, by the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Pema Khandu.
• It aims to enhance the quality of life for workers by ensuring they have access to healthcare, education, housing, and other essential services.
• The scheme is implemented by the Department of Labor & Employment, Arunachal Pradesh.
• As of 2024, The current Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh is Pema Khandu, and the current Governor is Brigadier (Dr.) B.D. Mishra (Retd.).

Additional Information

The correct answer is Green.

Key Points

• Dr. Norman Borlaug is An American agronomist known as the "Father of the Green Revolution".
• M.S. Swaminathan is known as the "Father of the Indian Green Revolution".
• A period of significant agricultural transformation in India from the 1960s to the 1980s.
• Major impact was seen in Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, known as the "Granary of India.".

Additional Information

The correct answer is 1948.

Key Points

• The original Pharmacy Act was enacted in 1948 to regulate the profession of pharmacy in India.
• The Act aims to ensure that only qualified individuals practice pharmacy, thereby safeguarding public health.
• The Pharmacy (Amendment) Bill, 2023 introduces changes to update and improve the provisions of the original Act.
• The Act establishes the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) as the regulatory body for the profession.

Additional InformationSilent Features of the Pharmacy (Amendment) Bill, 2023

• The Pharmacy (Amendment) Bill, 2023 was introduced in Lok Sabha on August 3, 2023, passed by Lok Sabha on August 7, 2023, and passed by Rajya Sabha on August 10, 2023.
• The President of India signed the bill into law on August 15, 2023.
• Introducing digital platforms for pharmacist registration and renewal.
• Mandatory continuing education for pharmacists to remain current with the latest field advancements.
• Enhanced penalties for Act violations to ensure improved compliance.

The correct answer is Puducherry.

Key Points

• Puducherry had the highest sex ratio among Union Territories in the 2011 Census, with 1037 females per 1000 males.
• The total population of Puducherry was 1,244,464.
• Puducherry also had a high literacy rate of 85.85%.
• It is one of the most urbanized Union Territories in India.

Additional InformationDadra & Nagar Haveli

• It had a sex ratio of 774 females per 1000 males, which was one of the lowest among Union Territories.
• The total population was 343,709.
• The literacy rate was 76.24%.

Chandigarh

• Chandigarh had a sex ratio of 818 females per 1000 males1.
• The total population was 1,055,450.
• The literacy rate was 86.43%.

Andaman & Nicobar Islands

• It had a sex ratio of 878 females per 1000 males1.
• The total population was 379,944.
• The literacy rate was 86.27%.

 

The correct answer is Air Marshal Sadhna S Nair.

Key Points

• Air Marshal Sadhna S Nair became the second woman officer from the medical branch of the IAF to attain the rank of Air Marshal in October 2023.
• Before her promotion, she served as the Principal Medical Officer (PMO) at HQ Training Command, IAF.
• She is now the Director General Hospital Services, Armed Forces (DGHS, AF).
• The first woman to achieve this rank in the medical branch was Air Marshal Padma Bandopadhyay.

Additional Information

• Air Marshal Sadhna S Nair was born on January 15, 1965.
• She hails from Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
• Shaliza Dhami: She is known for being the first woman officer to command a frontline combat unit in the IAF.
• Wing Commander Deepika Misra: She is a notable helicopter pilot in the IAF and has been awarded the Vayu Sena Medal.

The correct answer is flick.

Key Points

• A flick is a deceptive shot in badminton.
• It involves a quick wrist and forearm rotation.
• A kill is a powerful, downward shot aimed to end the rally.
• It is usually played close to the net.
• A fault is a violation of the rules, resulting in a point for the opponent.
• A drop shot is a soft shot that barely clears the net and falls quickly.

Important Points

The correct answer is Pongal.

Key Points

• Pongal is a traditional harvest festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu, typically in mid-January.
• It is dedicated to the Sun God, Surya, and marks the end of the harvest season.
• Jallikattu, a bull-taming sport, is an integral part of the Pongal celebrations, symbolizing the valor of the participants.
• The festival promotes cultural heritage and showcases the close relationship between the farmers and their cattle.
• Pongal includes various rituals, feasting, and cultural activities that highlight Tamil traditions.

Additional Information

• Shivaratri:
• A Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva, celebrated with fasting and night vigils.
• It usually falls in February or March, depending on the lunar calendar.
• Devotees perform special prayers and rituals, including the offering of milk and water to Shiva Lingams.
• The festival emphasizes spiritual reflection and devotion but is not associated with Jallikattu.
• Vishu:
• A festival celebrated in Kerala to mark the beginning of the New Year in the Malayalam calendar.
• It typically falls in April and is characterized by the preparation of the Vishu Kani (an arrangement of auspicious items).
• The festival includes fireworks, family gatherings, and feasting.
• While it is an important festival in Kerala, it does not involve Jallikattu or similar bull-related practices.
• Onam:
• An annual harvest festival celebrated in Kerala, usually in August or September.
• It marks the homecoming of the mythical King Mahabali and includes elaborate feasts, boat races, and cultural performances.
• Onam is celebrated with various traditional games and activities but does not traditionally include Jallikattu.
• It emphasizes community and cultural unity but is distinct from the practices associated with Pongal.

The correct answer is Kathakali.

Key Points

• Kathakali is a classical dance-drama from Kerala, known for its intricate and colorful makeup and costumes.
• It combines dance, drama, music, and elaborate facial expressions to narrate stories, primarily from the Ramayana and Mahabharata.
• The performance involves intense training in physical movement, gestures (mudras), and facial expressions (abhinaya).
• Kathakali artists often wear elaborate costumes and masks, enhancing the visual spectacle of the performances.
• It is performed in a highly stylized manner, emphasizing storytelling through a blend of music, rhythm, and expression.

Additional Information

• Kathak:
• Kathak is a classical dance form from North India(primarily Uttar Pradesh), characterized by intricate footwork, spins, and expressive gestures.
• It tells stories through expressive movements and is heavily influenced by Mughal aesthetics.
• Unlike Kathakali, Kathak does not typically involve elaborate makeup or costumes.
• It has a strong emphasis on rhythm and is performed both as a solo and in group settings.
• Bharatanatyam:
• Bharatanatyam is one of the oldest classical dance forms from Tamil Nadu, focusing on intricate footwork, hand gestures, and facial expressions.
• It often narrates religious and spiritual themes, primarily through the depiction of Hindu deities.
• The dance is performed by women and is known for its grace, fluid movements, and storytelling.
• Unlike Kathakali, it has less emphasis on vibrant makeup and elaborate costumes.
• Manipuri:
• Manipuri is a classical dance form originating from the northeastern state of Manipur, known for its graceful and flowing movements.
• It often depicts themes related to love and devotion, particularly the Raas Leela (the divine dance of Lord Krishna).
• The costumes are elegant but less elaborate compared to Kathakali, focusing more on fluidity and grace.
• Manipuri dance does not typically involve the dramatic makeup styles seen in Kathakali performances.

The correct answer is Open Market Operations.

Key Points

• Open Market Operations (OMO) are the actions taken by a central bank to buy or sell government bonds in the open market.
• This process is used to regulate the money supply and influence interest rates in the economy.
• When the central bank buys bonds, it increases the money supply, making it easier for banks to lend money and potentially lowering interest rates.
• Conversely, when it sells bonds, it decreases the money supply, which can lead to higher interest rates.
• OMOs are a primary tool for monetary policy and are critical in managing economic stability.

Additional Information

• Marginal Requirement:
• Marginal requirement refers to the minimum percentage of deposits that banks are required to keep as reserves.
• It is not directly related to the buying or selling of government bonds.
• This requirement is set by the central bank and is aimed at ensuring that banks maintain liquidity.
• Changes in marginal requirements can affect the money supply and lending capacity of banks.
• Closed Market Operations:
• Closed Market Operations are not a standard term in monetary policy and typically refer to scenarios where a central bank does not engage in buying or selling government securities.
• It can also imply a market where there are restrictions on the buying and selling of government bonds.
• This term is less commonly used compared to open market operations.
• Moral Suasion:
• Moral suasion is a non-coercive method used by central banks to persuade banks and financial institutions to adhere to certain policies.
• It involves communication and appeals rather than direct action, such as buying or selling bonds.
• While it can influence monetary policy, it does not involve the actual trading of government bonds in the market.
• This approach relies on the credibility of the central bank to guide the financial behavior of institutions.

The correct answer is Part XX.

Key Points

• Part XX of the Indian Constitution specifically addresses the amendment procedures for the Constitution.
• It lays down the process for amending various provisions of the Constitution, ensuring flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances.
• The amendments can be initiated in either house of Parliament and require a majority vote to pass.
• Some amendments require the approval of half of the state legislatures, reflecting the federal structure of India.
• Part XX emphasizes the importance of maintaining the fundamental framework of the Constitution while allowing for necessary changes.

 Additional Information

• Part XIX: Miscellaneous (Articles 361 to 367)
• Part XIX of the Indian Constitution consists of provisions on the following aspects:
• Protection of the President and governors.
• Bar to interference by courts in disputes arising out of certain treaties, agreements, etc.
• Abolition of recognition of rulers of Indian states and privy purses.
• Special provisions as to major ports and aerodromes.
• Effect of failure to comply with or to give effect to directions given by the Union.
• Some definitions under Article 366.
• Interpretation of the constitutional provisions.
• Part XXI: Temporary, Transitional, and Special Provisions (Articles 369 to 392)
• Part XXI of the Indian Constitution is a collection of legislation relating to the country’s Constitution and the union of states that constitutes it.
• Articles on Temporary, Transitional, and Special Provisions make up this section of the Constitution.
• Articles 371 to 371-J of Part XXI’s purpose is to meet the aspirations of the people of backward regions of the states, to protect the cultural and economic interests of the tribal people of the states, to deal with the disturbed law and order situation in some parts of the states, and to protect the interests of the local people of the states.
• Part XXII: Short title, commencement, authoritative text in Hindi, and repeals (Articles 393 to 395)
• Part XXII is a collection of legislation consisting of articles regarding the short title, date of commencement, authoritative text in Hindi, and repeals.

The correct answer is A, B, C are true.

Key Points

• In 1787, Jacques Charles formulated Charles' Law or the Law of Volume.
• According to this law, at constant pressure, the volume of a given mass of gas is directly proportional to its temperature.

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Explanation:

• Charle's law is valid only when the pressure of the system is kept constant.
• Provided the pressure is kept constant, the gases when heated will achieve higher kinetic energy.
• The molecules' high kinetic energy will help them overcome their intermolecular forces and undergo expansion.
• Thus, increasing the temperature, the gases will undergo expansion, provided the pressure is kept constant.
• Decreasing the temperature,  gases will undergo compression, and P kept constant.
• Hence, the volume becomes directly proportional to temperature.
• As volume depends on the pressure, altering it will thus cause a change in volume and the effect of temperature could not be understood.

Hence, Charles's law of observed at constant pressure.

Important Points

• Boyle's Law states that for a fixed mass of gas at a constant temperature, the volume is inversely proportional to the pressure.
• PV = constant.
• Increasing or decreasing the pressure will thus cause a change in volume and the effect of temperature could not be understood.
• Gases that obey the gas laws (Charles law, Boyles law, and Universal Gas Law) are called ideal gases.
• Gay-Lussac's law states that at constant volume, the pressure of a fixed amount of a gas varies directly with temperature.

The correct answer is Rabindranath Tagore.

Key Points

• Rabindranath Tagore wrote "Amar Sonar Bangla" to inspire the liberation struggle.
• The song was written in 1905 during the first partition of Bengal by Lord Curzon.
• This song was meant to rekindle the unified spirit of Bengal, to raise public consciousness against the communal political divide.
• The first ten lines of this song constitute Bangladesh's national anthem, adopted in 1971 during its liberation war.
• Rabindranath Tagore was a Nobel laureate for literature and wrote the words and music to India‘s national anthem.

Additional Information

The correct answer is Kalaimamani.

Key Points

• The Kalaimamani is the highest civilian award in the state of Tamil Nadu, India.
• These awards are given by the Tamil Nadu Iyal Isai Nataka Mandram (literature, music, and theatre), a unit of the Directorate of Art and Culture, Government of Tamil Nadu, to acknowledge artists in the state for their attainment.
• Susheela and Jamuna Rani and Bharatanatyam artistes Ambika Kameshwar and Parvathi Ravi Ghantasala have been named for the Puratchi Thalaivi Dr. J. Jayalalithaa Special Kalaimamani Awards for 2019 and 2020 by the Tamil Nadu government.
• The Tamil Nadu government has appointed dancer Chitra Visweswaran as the secretary of Tamil Nadu Iyal Isai Nataka Manram.

Additional Information 

The correct answer is the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Key Points

• All censuses after 1951 were conducted under the Census Act of 1948.
• The responsibility of conducting the decadal census rests with the Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
• The last census was conducted in 2011.
• Census is a Union subject under Article 246 of the Constitution of India.
• It is listed in serial number 69 of the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution.

Additional Information

• Census data plays a critical role in determining political representation (e.g., delimitation of constituencies) and in the allocation of government resources, such as welfare schemes.
• The most recent Census planned was in 2021, but it has been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Census data is used to determine the proportion of seats reserved for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) in legislative bodies based on their population in different regions.
• India's total population in 2011 was 1.21 billion, showing an increase of 17.7% from the 2001 Census.
• The literacy rate in 2011 increased to 74.04%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 65.46%.
• The sex ratio improved to 940 females per 1,000 males, compared to 933 in the 2001 Census.

The correct answer is Single Citizenship.

Key Points

• Single Citizenship is defined as every citizen of India holds only one citizenship i.e. is of India rather than that of any state.
• This implies that all citizens share the same legal rights, obligations, and protections, promoting a unified national identity.
• Part II of Constitution incudes articles related to citizenship. These are: 
• Article 5: Provides for citizenship for individuals who were born in India or have Indian parents, and outlines the conditions for citizenship at the time of the Constitution's adoption in 1950.
• Article 6: Addresses the citizenship of people who migrated from Pakistan to India during the partition.
• Article 7: Covers those who migrated from India to Pakistan and later returned.
• Article 8: Provides for citizenship for individuals of Indian origin residing outside India.
• Article 9: States that anyone who voluntarily acquires citizenship of another country will lose Indian citizenship.
• Articles 10 and 11: Discuss the rights of citizenship and empower Parliament to make provisions for citizenship.
• Single citizenship fosters a sense of national identity and unity among the diverse population of India.

Additional Information

• The Concurrent List is enumerated in the Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution.
• Article 246(2): provides that both Parliament and State Legislatures can make laws relating to any of the matters enumerated in the Concurrent List.
• The Concurrent List originally had 47 items, but now it has 52 subjects ranging from criminal law and procedure to marriage and divorce, bankruptcy and insolvency, trusts and trustees, and education.
• The State List is mentioned in the Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution.
• The State List contains 66 subjects.
• Article 246(3) provides that the legislature of any state has exclusive power to make laws with respect to any of the matters enumerated in the State List.
• Dual citizenship (or dual nationality) refers to the status of an individual who is  a citizen of two different countries at the same time.
• The Citizenship Act, 1955, provides for the acquisition of Indian citizenship by birth, descent, registration, naturalization, and incorporation of territory, also for renouncing or terminating Indian citizenship.
• India does not permit dual citizenship.

The correct answer is Bindusara.

Key Points

• Bindusara succeeded his father Chandragupta Maurya.
• Under Bindusara, the Mauryan Empire is said to have expanded further south.
• His Greek name, Amitrochates (or Amitrochades), which translates as "the slayer of foes."
• He was succeeded by his son "Ashoka."

Additional Information

• Mauryan Empire: was founded by Chandragupta Maurya with the help of Chanakya.
• The capital of the Mauryan Empire was Pataliputra (present-day Patna).
• The Mauryan Empire has trade connections with regions like Greece, Persia, Central Asia, and Southeast Asia.
• Ashoka's patronage led to the significant spread of Buddhism.
• By 185 BCE, the last Mauryan ruler, Brihadratha, was overthrown by his general, Pushyamitra Shunga, leading to the establishment of the Shunga Dynasty.

Given:

Selling Price (SP) = ₹3675

Discount = 65%

Calculations:

Using the formula SP = MP × (1 - Discount/100), we find the Marked Price (MP):

MP = SP / (1 - 0.65) = 3675 / 0.35 = 10,500

∴ The marked price of the car is ₹10,500.

Given:

Expression = 12 ÷ 3 of 4 - 88 + 75 + 6 × 2 of 15

Calculations:

1. Calculate 3 of 4:

⇒ 3 of 4 = 3 × 4 = 12

2. Calculate 2 of 15:

⇒ 2 of 15 = 2 × 15 = 30

3. Substitute these values back into the expression:

⇒ Expression = 12 ÷ 12 - 88 + 75 + 6 × 30

4. Perform the operations:

⇒ 12 ÷ 12 = 1

⇒ 6 × 30 = 180

5. Combine all parts:

⇒ Value = 1 - 88 + 75 + 180

⇒ Value = 1 - 88 = -87

⇒ Value = -87 + 75 = -12

⇒ Value = -12 + 180 = 168

∴ The value of the expression is 168.

Given:

Reduction in Price = 40%

Increase in Sales = 60%

Calculations:

1. Let the original price of the article be P and original sales be S.
2. New Price after Reduction:

⇒ New Price = P × (1 - 0.40) = P × 0.60

3. New Sales after Increase:

⇒ New Sales = S × (1 + 0.60) = S × 1.60

4. Calculate the Original Revenue:

⇒ Original Revenue = P × S

5. Calculate the New Revenue:

⇒ New Revenue = (P × 0.60) × (S × 1.60) = 0.96PS

6. Determine the Change in Revenue:

⇒ Change = New Revenue - Original Revenue = 0.96PS - PS = -0.04PS

7. Percentage Change:

⇒ Percentage Change = (-0.04PS / PS) × 100 = -4%

∴ The net effect on sales is a decrease of 4%.

Given:

Selling Price (SP) = ₹1050

Cost Price (CP) = ₹900

Formula used:

Profit Percentage = [(SP - CP) / CP] × 100

Calculations:

1. Calculate the profit:

⇒ Profit = SP - CP = 1050 - 900 = ₹150

2. Calculate the profit percentage:

⇒ Profit Percentage = (150 / 900) × 100

⇒ Profit Percentage = 0.1667 × 100

⇒ Profit Percentage ≈ 16.67%

∴ The profit percentage is approximately 16.67%.

Given:

Principal (P) = ₹8000

Compound Interest for the first year = ₹800

Compound Interest for the second year = ₹880

Formula used:

CI for the first year = P × (r / 100)

CI for the second year = Amount after first year × (r / 100)

Calculations:

1. Calculate the rate of interest (r) for the first year:

⇒ 800 = 8000 × (r / 100)

⇒ r = (800 / 8000) × 100 = 10%

2. Calculate the amount at the end of the first year:

⇒ Amount after first year = Principal + CI = 8000 + 800 = ₹8800

3. Calculate the rate of interest for the second year:

⇒ 880 = 8800 × (r / 100)

⇒ r = (880 / 8800) × 100 = 10%

∴ The rate of interest per annum is 10%.

Given Numbers:

• 1. 1442
• 2. 9196
• 3. 4320
• 4. 8487

Calculations:

1. 1442:

⇒ Odd positions: 1 + 4 = 5

⇒ Even positions: 4 + 2 = 6

⇒ Difference: |5 - 6| = 1 (not divisible by 11)

2. 9196:

⇒ Odd positions: 9 + 9 = 18

⇒ Even positions: 1 + 6 = 7

⇒ Difference: |18 - 7| = 11 (divisible by 11)

3. 4320:

⇒ Odd positions: 4 + 2 = 6

⇒ Even positions: 3 + 0 = 3

⇒ Difference: |6 - 3| = 3 (not divisible by 11)

4. 8487:

⇒ Odd positions: 8 + 8 = 16

⇒ Even positions: 4 + 7 = 11

⇒ Difference: |16 - 11| = 5 (not divisible by 11)

∴ The number that is divisible by 11 is 9196.

Given:

Raju's marks = 140

Raju got 30% less marks than Varun.

Formula used:

Marks of Raju = Marks of Varun × (1 - 0.30)

Calculations:

Let Varun's marks be V.

⇒ 140 = V × (1 - 0.30)

⇒ 140 = V × 0.70

⇒ V = = 200

Arun got 20% less marks than Varun:

Marks of Arun = V × (1 - 0.20)

⇒ Marks of Arun = 200 × 0.80

⇒ Marks of Arun = 160

∴ Arun got 160 marks.

Given:

Base of the triangle (b) = 12 cm

Height (h) = (1/3) × base = (1/3) × 12 cm = 4 cm

Formula used:

Area of a triangle = (1/2) × base × height

Calculations:

Area = (1/2) × 12 × 4

⇒ Area = 6 × 4 = 24 cm²

∴ The area of the triangle is 24 cm².

Given:

Let the total number of articles be 100.

Articles sold at profit = 80% of total articles = 80 articles

Articles sold at loss = 20% of total articles = 20 articles

Profit on 80 articles = 20%

Loss on 20 articles = 30%

Calculations:

1. Assume the cost price (CP) of each article = ₹1
2. Total cost price of 100 articles = 100 × 1 = ₹100
3. Calculate the selling price (SP) for articles sold at profit:

⇒ SP for 80 articles = 80 × (1 + 0.20) = 80 × 1.20 = ₹96

4. Calculate the selling price for articles sold at loss:

⇒ SP for 20 articles = 20 × (1 - 0.30) = 20 × 0.70 = ₹14

5. Total selling price (SP) = SP for articles sold at profit + SP for articles sold at loss:

⇒ Total SP = 96 + 14 = ₹110

6. Calculate the overall profit:

⇒ Overall Profit = Total SP - Total CP = 110 - 100 = ₹10

7. Calculate the overall profit percentage:

⇒ Overall Profit Percentage = (Overall Profit / Total CP) × 100

⇒ Overall Profit Percentage = (10 / 100) × 100 = 10%

∴ The overall profit percentage is 10%.

Given:

Discount = 20%

Gain = 28%

Calculations:

Let Cost Price (CP) = ₹100. Then Selling Price (SP) with a gain of 28% is ₹128.

Let the Marked Price (MP) be M. After a 20% discount, the Selling Price can be expressed as:

SP = MP × 0.80.

Setting up the equation: 128 = MP × 0.80 gives MP = 128 / 0.80 = ₹160.

To find the percentage above the cost price:

Percentage above CP = [(MP - CP) / CP] × 100 = [(160 - 100) / 100] × 100 = 60%.

∴ The marked price is 60% above the cost price.

Given:

Amount after 2 years (A1) = ₹900

Amount after 4 years (A2) = ₹1080

Calculations:

1. The interest earned from year 2 to year 4:

⇒ Interest for the additional 2 years = A2 - A1 = 1080 - 900 = ₹180.

2. The total interest earned in the first 2 years:

⇒ Let the principal amount be P.

⇒ Interest for 2 years = A1 - P.

3. Since we know that:

⇒ Interest for 4 years = A2 - P.

4. From the 4 years interest equation:

⇒ A2 = P + (Total Interest for 4 years).

5. The total interest for 4 years = Interest for the first 2 years + Interest for the additional 2 years:

⇒ Total Interest for 4 years = (A1 - P) + 180.

6. From the first two years:

⇒ 900 = P + (900 - P).

⇒ 180 = 1080 - P.

7. Rearranging gives:

⇒ P = 900 - 180 = ₹720.

8. Calculate the annual rate of interest (r):

⇒ Total Interest for 4 years = 1080 - 720 = ₹360.

⇒ The formula for Simple Interest is:

⇒ I = P × (r/100) × t.

9. For 4 years, we have:

⇒ 360 = 720 × (r/100) × 4.

10. Solving for r:

⇒ 360 = 2880 × (r/100).

⇒ r = (360 × 100) / 2880 = 12.5%.

∴ The annual rate of interest is 12.5%.

Given:

Initial ratio of acid to water = 5 : 3

Let the quantity of acid be 5x and the quantity of water be 3x.

After adding 12 liters of water, the new quantity of water becomes (3x + 12).

Calculations:

According to the new ratio of acid to water:

⇒ 5x / (3x + 12) = 5 / 6.

Cross-multiplying gives:

⇒ 30x = 15x + 60.

Simplifying leads to:

⇒ 15x = 60 → x = 4.

Quantity of acid in the mixture = 5x = 5 × 4 = 20 liters.

∴ The quantity of acid in the mixture is 20 liters.

Given:

Total payment for the work = ₹5500

Raman's work rate = 1 work unit in 5 days.

Raju's work rate = 1 work unit in 6 days.

Calculations:

Raman's daily work rate = 1/5 units per day.

Raju's daily work rate = 1/6 units per day.

Combined work rate = (1/5 + 1/6) = 11/30 units per day.

Time taken to complete the work together = 1 / (11/30) = 30/11 days.

Work done by Raman in that time = (1/5) × (30/11) = 6/11 units.

Work done by Raju in that time = (1/6) × (30/11) = 5/11 units.

Raman's share = (6/11) × 5500 = ₹3000.

Raju's share = (5/11) × 5500 = ₹2500.

The difference in their amounts received = ₹3000 - ₹2500 = ₹500.

∴ The difference in the amount they receive is ₹500.

Given:

Average weight of 8 friends = 70 kg

Calculations:

Total weight of the original group = Average weight × Number of friends = 70 kg × 8 = 560 kg.

Weight of the new person joining the group = 70 kg.

Total weight after the new person joins = 560 kg + 70 kg = 630 kg.

New number of friends in the group = 8 + 1 = 9.

New average weight = Total weight / Number of friends = 630 kg / 9 = 70 kg.

∴ The new average weight of the group is 70 kg.

Given:

Amar, Akram, and Vaibhav together can complete the work in 20 days.

Let Vaibhav's work rate be V (work units per day).

Then Akram's work rate = 2V and Amar's work rate = 3 × 2V = 6V.

Calculations:

Combined work rate of Amar, Akram, and Vaibhav = V + 2V + 6V = 9V.

In 20 days, they complete 1 work unit:

⇒ 20 × 9V = 1.

So, 180V = 1 → V = 1/180 work units per day.

Vaibhav alone can complete the work in:

⇒ Time = 1 / V = 1 / (1/180) = 180 days.

∴ Vaibhav alone can complete the work in 180 days.

Given:

Length of each train = 255 meters

Time taken to cross each other = 17 seconds

Calculations:

1. Total distance covered when two trains cross each other:

⇒ Total distance = Length of Train 1 + Length of Train 2 = 255 + 255 = 510 meters.

2. Using the formula for speed:

⇒ Speed = Distance / Time = 510 / 17 = 30 meters per second.

3. Since the trains are moving in opposite directions:

⇒ Combined speed = 2v = 30 meters per second.

4. Solving for v:

⇒ v = 30 / 2 = 15 meters per second.

∴ The speed of each train is 15 meters per second.

Shortcut Trick

Total members = 9 sons + 2 parents = 11 people.

Sum of ages of Mother and Father = (11 × 20) − (9 × 13) = 220 − 117 = 103 years.

Let Father be F and Mother be F − 9.

2F − 9 = 103 ⇒ 2F = 112 ⇒ F = 56 years.

∴ The correct answer is 56 years.

Alternate Method

Given:

Average age of 9 sons = 13 years.

Average age of family (9 sons + Mother + Father) = 20 years.

Formula Used:

Sum of ages = Average × Number of persons

Calculations:

⇒ Total age of 9 sons = 9 × 13 = 117 years.

⇒ Total age of 11 family members = 11 × 20 = 220 years.

⇒ Sum of ages of Father and Mother = 220 − 117 = 103 years.

⇒ Let Father's age = x years.

⇒ Mother's age = x − 9 years.

⇒ x + (x − 9) = 103

⇒ 2x = 103 + 9

⇒ 2x = 112

⇒ x = 56 years.

∴ The correct answer is 56 years.

Additional Information

Weighted Average

When two groups are combined, the new average is (n₁x₁ + n₂x₂) ÷ (n₁ + n₂).

Age Difference Property

The difference between the ages of two people remains constant throughout their lives.

Sum and Difference Rule

If Sum (S) and Difference (D) of two numbers are known, the larger number is (S + D) ÷ 2 and the smaller is (S − D) ÷ 2.

Given:

Expression = 31 × 32 × 33

Calculations:

To find the remainder when the expression is divided by 5, we calculate the remainders:

⇒ 31 mod 5 = 1

⇒ 32 mod 5 = 2

⇒ 33 mod 5 = 3

Substituting the remainders into the expression gives:

⇒ (31 × 32 × 33) mod 5 = (1 × 2 × 3) mod 5 = 6 mod 5 = 1.

∴ The remainder when 31 × 32 × 33 is divided by 5 is 1.

Given:

Let x =$0.4 \overline{27}$

Calculations:

To convert $0.4 \overline{27}$ into a fraction, we express it as:

x = 0.427272727...

Multiplying by 1000 gives:

1000x = 427.272727...

Multiplying by 10 gives:

10x = 4.272727...

Subtracting these equations results in:

990x = 423.

Thus, x = 423 / 990.

∴ The fraction representation of $0.4 \overline{27}$  is 423 / 990..

Given:

Ratio of marks of candidates M and N = 10 : 11

Marks of M = 200

Calculations:

Let the marks of N be represented as 11x.

According to the ratio, if M's marks correspond to 10 parts, then:

⇒ 10x = 200

⇒ x = 20.

Now substituting x to find N's marks:

⇒ Marks of N = 11x = 11 × 20 = 220.

∴ The marks of N are 220.

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the incorrect use of the word "greatly" before the term "truths."
• The word "greatly" is an adverb, whereas an adjective is needed to modify the noun "truths".
• The correct phrase should be "great truths in life," ensuring grammatical correctness and clarity.
• Thus, the error is located in part 3 of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

 

Correct Sentence: "The great truths in life are usually the most unpleasant to hear."

 

Additional Information

• 1: "are usually the," – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• 2: "most unpleasant to hear." – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• 4: "No error" – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the sentence, but there is an error in part 3.

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The idiom "It's a small world" means that you frequently encounter the same people or events in different places, suggesting that the world is more interconnected than it seems. (यह एक छोटा सा संसार है)
• Example: I met my old school friend in a different country; it's a small world.
• Explanation: This idiom is used to express surprise when you encounter someone you know in an unexpected place or situation. (स्पष्टीकरण: जब आप किसी अप्रत्याशित स्थान या स्थिति में किसी को जानते हैं तो यह मुहावरा आश्चर्य व्यक्त करने के लिए उपयोग किया जाता है।)
• Example: Running into my cousin in a different city made me realize it's a small world.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Option 1: Eventually, after a long period of time (अंततः, लंबे समय के बाद)
• Example: Eventually, after a long period of time, they decided to get married.
• Option 2: A competition where the outcome is difficult to judge or predict (एक प्रतियोगिता जहाँ परिणाम का अनुमान लगाना कठिन है)
• Example: The match was a nail-biter, a competition where the outcome was difficult to judge or predict.
• Option 3: An aggressive and bold confrontation (एक आक्रामक और साहसी मुकाबला)
• Example: The debate quickly turned into an aggressive and bold confrontation.

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the use of the term "homely" instead of "home."
• The term "homely" typically means "plain or unattractive," which is incorrect in this context.
• The correct term should be "home," which refers to a place where one lives.
• Thus, the error is located in the underlined part of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1.

 

Correct Sentence: "Computers are a common commodity in every home."

 

Additional Information

• Option 2: "No improvement" – This would be the correct option if the sentence were already correct, but there is an error.
• Option 3: "every homes" – This is grammatically incorrect because "homes" is plural and does not fit with "every".
• Option 4: "all homely" – This is incorrect as "homely" means plain or unattractive, which is not the intended meaning.
• Option 5: (empty) – This option is not valid as it provides no alternative.

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The word "Aroma" means a distinctive, typically pleasant smell. (खुशबू)
• Example: The aroma of freshly baked bread filled the kitchen.
• "Stink" refers to a strong, unpleasant smell. (दुर्गंध)
• Example: The garbage left outside had started to stink.

Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'Aroma' is 'Stink'.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Brazen (बेहया): Bold and without shame.
• Example: He exhibited a brazen disregard for the rules.
• Essence (सार): The intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something.
• Example: Understanding the essence of the problem is crucial for solving it.
• Scent (सुगंध): A distinctive smell, especially one that is pleasant.
• Example: The scent of jasmine filled the room.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The sentence "I buy most of my books online." is grammatically correct.
• The subject "I" is correctly followed by the verb "buy."
• The phrase "most of my books online" correctly describes what is being bought and where.
• Therefore, no improvement is needed in the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

 

Correct Sentence: "I buy most of my books online."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "buys most" – The verb "buys" is incorrect as it does not agree with the subject "I."
• Option 3: "by most" – The preposition "by" is incorrect in this context; "buy" is the correct verb.
• Option 4: "buy much" – "Much" is incorrect as it should be "most" to refer to the quantity of books.

The correct answer is: Option 1.

Key Points

• The word "cautious" means being careful to avoid potential problems or dangers. (सावधान)
• Example: He was cautious while crossing the busy street.
• "Accuracy" refers to the quality or state of being correct or precise. (शुद्धता)
• Example: The accuracy of the data was confirmed by multiple sources.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Option 2: palus (No specific meaning in English; possibly a typo) (अज्ञात)
• Example: No example available as 'palus' is likely a misspelling.
• Option 3: cuatious (Incorrect spelling of 'cautious') (गलत वर्तनी)
• Example: We should be cuatious about the accuracy of polls in this case.
• Option 4: acuracy (Incorrect spelling of 'accuracy') (गलत वर्तनी)
• Example: We should be cautious about the acuracy of polls in this case.

The correct answer is: Option 2.

Key Points

• The word "Many" means a large number of something. (कई)
• Example: Many students attended the seminar.
• "Many" is appropriate for describing a large, indefinite number of small businesses that shifted within a year. (कई)
• Example: Many small businesses shifted within a year.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Little (थोड़ा): A small amount or number.
• Example: Little progress was made in the project.
• Very (बहुत): To a high degree.
• Example: She is very talented in music.
• Quite (काफी): To the utmost or most absolute extent or degree.
• Example: The movie was quite interesting.

The correct answer is: Option 2.

Key Points

• The word "arduos" is incorrectly spelt. It should be "arduous", which means something that is very difficult and requires a lot of effort. (कठिन)
• Example: The arduous journey through the mountains tested their endurance.
• "Arduous" refers to tasks or activities that demand considerable effort and hard work. (कठिन)
• Example: Climbing the steep cliff was an arduous task.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Surgeries (सर्जरी): Medical procedures involving an incision with instruments.
• Example: She underwent multiple surgeries to correct her condition.
• Threatening (धमकी भरा): Having a hostile or frightening quality.
• Example: The threatening clouds signaled an incoming storm.
• Season (मौसम): A specific period of the year characterized by particular conditions of weather, temperature, etc.
• Example: Winter is my favorite season because I love snow.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the misspelling of the word "loved" as "love."
• The word "loved" is the correct adjective to describe "one's voice" in this context.
• The correct phrase should be "Hearing a loved one's voice," ensuring grammatical correctness and clarity.
• Thus, the error is located in part 4 of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

 

Correct Sentence: "Hearing a loved one's voice can convey emotions without the constant visual reminders of separation."

 

Additional Information

• 1: "constant visual reminders of separation," – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• 2: "No error" – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the sentence, but there is an error in part 4.
• 3: "can convey emotions without the" – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the incorrect form of the word "chanced."
• The correct form should be "chance" to ensure grammatical correctness.
• "Chance" is the appropriate word to use in this context, as "chanced" is not correct.
• Thus, the error is located in the underlined part of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.

 

Correct Sentence: "You get only one chance to pass the test."

 

Additional Information

• Option 1: "chance to passed" - This is incorrect because "passed" is the past tense form, and it should be in the base form "pass."
• Option 3: "No improvement" - This is incorrect because the original sentence contains an error.
• Option 4: "chances to pass" - This is incorrect because "chances" is plural, and the context requires a singular form "chance."

The correct answer is: Option 2.

Key Points

• The word "astonishment" means a feeling of great surprise or wonder. (आश्चर्य)
• Example: To their astonishment, the magician pulled a rabbit out of his hat.
• "Composure" refers to a state of being calm and in control of oneself, especially in a difficult situation. (शांतचित्तता)
• Example: She maintained her composure even during the stressful interview.

Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'astonishment' is 'composure'.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Shock (सदमा): A sudden and intense disturbance of the mind or emotions.
• Example: The news of his sudden demise was a great shock to everyone.
• Awe (भयमिश्रित श्रद्धा): A feeling of reverential respect mixed with fear or wonder.
• Example: They watched in awe as the fireworks lit up the night sky.
• Wonder (आश्चर्य): A feeling of amazement and admiration, caused by something beautiful, remarkable, or unfamiliar.
• Example: The child looked at the rainbow with wonder in his eyes.

The correct answer is: Option 3.

Key Points

• The word "Absurd" means something that is wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate. (बेतुका)
• Example: The idea that the earth is flat is absurd.
• "Realistic" refers to having or showing a sensible and practical idea of what can be achieved or expected. (यथार्थवादी)
• Example: It's important to have realistic goals in life.

Hence, we can infer that the opposite of 'Absurd' is 'Realistic'.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Salient (प्रमुख): Most noticeable or important.
• Example: The salient features of the project were discussed in the meeting.
• Asinine (मूर्खतापूर्ण): Extremely stupid or foolish.
• Example: His asinine behavior was not appreciated by his colleagues.
• Inept (अयोग्य): Having or showing no skill; clumsy.
• Example: His inept handling of the situation only made things worse.

The correct answer is: Option 2.

Key Points

• "Just around the corner" refers to something that is going to happen very soon. (बहुत जल्द होने वाला)
• Example: With the holidays just around the corner, everyone is in a festive mood.
• Hence, the phrase that meaningfully substitutes the highlighted group of words "occurring soon" is "Just around the corner".

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 2.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• In hot water (मुसीबत में होना): To be in trouble or experiencing difficulties.
• Example: He found himself in hot water after missing the important meeting.
• Through thick and thin (हर परिस्थिति में साथ देना): To support someone in both good and bad times.
• Example: They have remained friends through thick and thin.
• In the dark (अनजान होना): To be unaware of something.
• Example: I'm completely in the dark about the new project details.

The correct answer is: Option 4.

Key Points

• The word "Alienate" means to cause someone to feel isolated or estranged. (अलग करना, पराया करना)
• Example: His rude comments alienated his friends, causing them to avoid him.
• "Estrange" refers to causing someone to be no longer on friendly terms with someone else. (अलग करना, दूर करना)
• Example: Constant arguments estranged the once close-knit family members.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 4.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Secure (सुरक्षित): To make something safe or free from danger.
• Example: She managed to secure a good job after graduation.
• Vacate (खाली करना): To leave a place that one previously occupied.
• Example: All residents were asked to vacate the building due to safety concerns.
• Sever (काट देना): To cut off or separate.
• Example: The company decided to sever ties with the supplier due to quality issues.

The correct answer is Option 3.

 

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the incorrect use of the verb "prefers" with the plural subject "Many people."
• The verb should agree in number with the subject. "People" is a plural noun and should be paired with "prefer" instead of "prefers."
• The correct phrase should be "Many people prefer a heavy breakfast," ensuring subject-verb agreement.
• Thus, the error is located in part 3 of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

 

Correct Sentence: "Many people prefer a heavy breakfast to a heavy lunch."

 

Additional Information

• 1) Many people – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• 2) to a heavy lunch. – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• 4) No error – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the sentence, but there is an error in part 3.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The noun "development" refers to the process of growing or improving.
• In this context, "Education is a powerful tool for development" emphasizes how education contributes to personal and societal growth.
• The other options: "determent", "desolation", and "depravation" do not fit the context as appropriately.

​Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

Complete Sentence: Education is a powerful tool for development and personal growth. It equips individuals with knowledge and skills, enabling them to capture opportunities and contribute to society. A well-rounded education not only fosters academic excellence but also encourages out-of-the-box thinking and creativity. Moreover, education instils virtuous values and ethical principles in individuals, promoting social harmony and responsible citizenship. To ensure the benefits of education are accessible to all, it is essential to eliminate barriers, such as isolation and discrimination, that hinder equal access to quality learning opportunities.

 

Additional Information

• Determent (रोकथाम): means the act of deterring or preventing an action.
• Desolation (उजाड़पन): means a state of emptiness or destruction.
• Depravation (भ्रष्टाचार): means moral corruption or wickedness.

The correct answer is Option 1.

 

Key Points

• The verb "seize" means to take hold of something quickly and firmly. (पकड़ना)
• In this context, "enabling them to seize opportunities" emphasizes how education allows individuals to take advantage of available opportunities effectively.
• The other options: "endure", "exploit", and "afflict" do not fit the context as appropriately.

​Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

Complete Sentence: Education is a powerful tool for development and personal growth. It equips individuals with knowledge and skills, enabling them to seize opportunities and contribute to society. A well-rounded education not only fosters academic excellence but also encourages out-of-the-box thinking and creativity. Moreover, education instils virtuous values and ethical principles in individuals, promoting social harmony and responsible citizenship. To ensure the benefits of education are accessible to all, it is essential to eliminate barriers, such as isolation and discrimination, that hinder equal access to quality learning opportunities.

 

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• Endure (सहन करना): means to suffer patiently or remain in existence.
• Exploit (शोषण करना): means to make full use of and derive benefit from, often in an unfair manner.
• Afflict (पीड़ित करना): means to cause pain or suffering to someone or something.

The correct answer is Option 4.

 

Key Points

• The adjective "innovative" means introducing new ideas; original and creative in thinking. (नवीन)
• In this context, "encourages innovative thinking and creativity" highlights how education promotes original and creative ways of thinking.
• The other options: "orthodox", "conventional", and "uniform" do not fit the context as appropriately.

​Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

Complete Sentence: Education is a powerful tool for development and personal growth. It equips individuals with knowledge and skills, enabling them to seize opportunities and contribute to society. A well-rounded education not only fosters academic excellence but also encourages innovative thinking and creativity. Moreover, education instils virtuous values and ethical principles in individuals, promoting social harmony and responsible citizenship. To ensure the benefits of education are accessible to all, it is essential to eliminate barriers, such as isolation and discrimination, that hinder equal access to quality learning opportunities.

 

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• Orthodox (रूढ़िवादी): means conforming to established beliefs or doctrines, especially in religion.
• Conventional (परंपरागत): means based on or in accordance with what is generally done or believed.
• Uniform (एकसमान): means remaining the same in all cases and at all times; unchanging in form or character.

The correct answer is Option 2.

 

Key Points

• The adjective "moral" means concerned with principles of right and wrong behavior. (नैतिक)
• In this context, "education instils moral values" emphasizes how education promotes principles of right behavior and ethics.
• The other options: "arbitrary", "volatile", and "obsolete" do not fit the context as appropriately.

​Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

Complete Sentence: Education is a powerful tool for development and personal growth. It equips individuals with knowledge and skills, enabling them to seize opportunities and contribute to society. A well-rounded education not only fosters academic excellence but also encourages innovative thinking and creativity. Moreover, education instils moral values and ethical principles in individuals, promoting social harmony and responsible citizenship. To ensure the benefits of education are accessible to all, it is essential to eliminate barriers, such as isolation and discrimination, that hinder equal access to quality learning opportunities.

 

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• Arbitrary (मनमाना): means based on random choice or personal whim, rather than any reason or system.
• Volatile (अस्थिर): means liable to change rapidly and unpredictably, especially for the worse.
• Obsolete (पुराना): means no longer produced or used; out of date.

The correct answer is 'fortunate'.

 

Key Points

• To ensure the benefits of education are accessible to all, it is essential to eliminate barriers, such as (5. isolation) seclusion and discrimination, that hinder equal access to quality learning opportunities.

Therefore, the most appropriate option for blank (5) is: 4) seclusion

Additional Information

1. Illusion refers to a false idea or belief. This doesn't fit contextually with "isolation" and the idea of barriers to education.
2. Accessibility refers to the ability to access something, which is already implied to be important in the passage. However, it does not convey the idea of "isolation."
3. Privilege implies a special right or advantage, which, while relevant to the broader discussion of educational access, doesn't directly convey the idea of "isolation."
4. Seclusion means being isolated or cut off from others, which is a direct synonym for "isolation" in this context.

The correct word needs to reflect the concept of being isolated or apart, as the passage discusses obstacles that prevent people from accessing education. "Seclusion" fits this context perfectly, as it directly relates to "isolation" and accurately describes a barrier that can hinder access to education. Therefore, the most appropriate option is "seclusion."

वाक्य में रेखांकित शब्दों के लिए सही शब्द होगा - रेलवे के कई कर्मचारियों की गिरफ्तारी हुई।

Key Points

• अशुद्ध वाक्य - कई रेलवे कर्मचारियों की गिरफ्तारी हुई।
• दिए गये वाक्य में पदक्रम ���्रयोग की त्रुटि है,
• ​यहाँ 'कई रेलवे' सार्थक शब्द नहीं है और इससे सही अर्थ प्रकट नहीं हो रहा।
• ​अत: सार्थक शब्द 'रेलवे के कई' होना चाहिए।
• शुद्ध वाक्य - रेलवे के कई कर्मचारियों की गिरफ्तारी हुई।
• पदों के उचित क्रम में न होने पर उसके भाव या अर्थ में स्पष्टता नहीं रहती और इसे वाक्य की पदक्रम संबंधी अशुद्धियाँ कहा जाता है।

अन्य विकल्प -

• कही रेलवे कर्मचारियों की गिरफ्तारी हुई। (वर्तनी व पदक्रम संबंधी अशुद्धियाँ)
• कई रेलवे कर्मचारियों की गिरफ्तारी हुई। (पदक्रम संबंधी अशुद्धियाँ)

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 पदक्रम संबंधी अशुद्धियाँ - 

वाक्य में रेखांकित भाग के लिए एक सार्थक शब्द होगा - अपरिमेय

Key Points

• वाक्य - कुएँ की गहराई मापी नहीं जा सकती।
• 'जिसकी नाप तौल न हो सके' वाक्यांश के लिए उपयुक्त शब्द - अपरिमेय
• वाक्यांश के लिए उपयुक्त शब्द - अनेक शब्दों के लिए एक शब्द को प्रयुक्त करना ही वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द कहलाता है।

अन्य विकल्प -

Additional Information कुछ महत्वपूर्ण वाक्यांश के लिए एक शब्द -

वाक्य में त्रुटि है - तक भारत के गले

Key Points

• अशुद्ध वाक्य - लगभग 200 वर्षों तक भारत के गले में गुलामी की बेड़ियाँ पड़ी रहीं।
• दिए गये वाक्य में शब्द-अर्थ प्रयोग की त्रुटि है,
• ​यहाँ 'तक भारत के गले'  सार्थक शब्द नहीं है और इससे सही अर्थ प्रकट नहीं हो रहा।
• ​अत: सार्थक शब्द 'तक भारत के पैरों' होना चाहिए।
• शुद्ध वाक्य - लगभग 200 वर्षों तक भारत के पैरों में गुलामी की बेड़ियाँ पड़ी रहीं।
• (वाक्य में लिंग, वचन, पुरुष, काल, कारक आदि का क्रिया के साथ ठीक ठीक मेल हो, उसे शुद्ध वाक्य कहते है।)

Additional Informationशब्द-अर्थ प्रयोग की अशुद्धियां -